Tegallalang Rice Terraces, Agricultural terraces in Tegallalang, Indonesia
The rice fields cascade down steep hillsides in geometric patterns, forming a network of narrow pathways and traditional irrigation channels across multiple levels.
Local farmers have cultivated these terraces for over two thousand years, developing the Subak irrigation system to manage water distribution among communities.
The Subak system represents the Tri Hita Karana philosophy, which guides Balinese agricultural practices through principles connecting humans, nature, and spiritual elements.
Visitors should arrive before 9:00 AM to avoid crowds and heat, wearing sturdy shoes for the muddy paths and carrying water for the 25-minute uphill walk.
The terraces contain multiple levels of narrow stone-supported platforms that maintain precise water levels required for rice cultivation throughout the year.
Location: Tegallalang
Part of: Cultural Landscape of Bali Province: the Subak System as a Manifestation of the Tri Hita Karana Philosophy
Address: Jl. Raya Tagallalang
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 07:00-18:00
GPS coordinates: -8.43330,115.28000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:25
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